How to Write a Drag King Bio That Sounds Like You
Aug 22, 2025📸 Cabramatta Kev & Danica Lani, photo by Sarah Malone
Step into your persona with confidence, clarity, and a little bit of swagger
By Danica Lani, The King Coach
Ever stared at a blank page, wondering…
“Who even am I as a Drag King?”
If you’ve ever sat down to write a bio and felt the urge to immediately crawl under a weighted blanket—this post is for you.
I see you, my friend. You’re curious about Drag Kinging. Maybe you’ve had your first taste of it through Kings of Joy Gold Stars. Maybe you’re still peeking in from the edges. Either way, something inside you is saying, there’s more of me I want to explore.
And then someone asks you to write a Drag King bio.
Suddenly, all that curiosity turns into… stage fright? Panic? Identity confusion?
You’re not alone.
Most Kings I work with completely freeze at this part. And I get it. Writing a Drag King bio is not just about summarising yourself—it’s about being seen.
Let’s take the pressure off and make this a fun, liberating, identity-affirming step on your journey.
👑 What is a Drag King Bio, Anyway?
A Drag King bio is a short paragraph (around 50–100 words) that tells people who your King persona is. It’s used in show programs, online profiles, event posters, and sometimes read aloud when you perform. It’s your chance to introduce yourself to the world—on your terms.
But more importantly:
It’s a tool to anchor your identity.
Writing a bio helps you define who your King is and own what you bring to the stage.
✨ Your King Bio Should Sound Like You
This isn’t a corporate resume.
It’s not meant to impress a boardroom or prove your credentials. It’s a celebration of the unique spark that makes you and your King persona unforgettable.
A great Drag King bio reflects your:
- Archetype (e.g. Pop Prince, Dapper Gentleman, The Rebel.)
- Personality or vibe on stage
- Cultural influences or references you want to name
- Signature move, costume, or aesthetic
- And most importantly, your voice—whether that’s cheeky, poetic, or punchy.
✍️ How Do You Actually Write One?
Step-by-Step: How to Write Your Drag King Bio
Let’s break it down into something doable, shall we?
1. Start with your Drag King name
Let’s say your name is Ricky Romance. Lead with that.
Ricky Romance is a heartbreaker with a velvet voice and hips that don’t lie.
Already, we get a sense of who he is.
No King name yet? Download my free guide Step Into Your King to help you choose one that fits.
2. What’s your archetype or vibe?
If you’ve looked into the Kings of Joy Archetypes, you’ll know your King leans into a certain style. Maybe they’re a Futurist, a Lover, or a Sporty King. Use a few adjectives to paint the picture.
A proud Everyday King, Camp Daddy brings camp dad energy to the stage—complete with socks and sandals.
Slaychuan Peppa serves spicy, gender-bending realness with a wink and a body roll.
3. Include your performance style
Do you lip sync? Dance? Use comedy or spoken word? Drop that in.
Choking Hazard is a punk rock clown who blends lip sync, theatre, and chaos in every routine.
This gives people a sense of what to expect—and what you love doing.
4. Add a line about why this matters to you
This isn’t mandatory, but if it’s your first time or you’re exploring gender in a new way, this can be powerful.
Creating Dario di Bello helped me find home in my masculinity for the first time.
Or
Drag Kinging is where I feel free to take up space, be extra, and reclaim my body.
You don’t owe anyone your backstory. But you might find that writing this line is just for you.
5. Keep it short, real, and you
Read your bio aloud.
Does it sound like something you would say?
If not—rewrite it in your own words, like you’re introducing your King to a friend. Some Kings write in the first person, others in third. Either is totally fine—do what feels most natural for you.
👑 Need Some Inspiration?
Real Kings, Real Bios
Here are a few bios from real Kings of Joy to spark your creativity:
Dario di Bello as Dario-Danica
Dario-Danica is a multi-gender lover of half-half. Expressing desire and sexuality through extreme feminine and extreme masculinity, he/she continues the lineage of bi-gender performers. Both beautiful and handsome, get ready to be seduced.
Fine China
📸 Jessica Hromas
Fine China (he/him) is your hot wreck of a masterpiece, fresh from the kiln with burning desire and sheer audacity. His desire? To leave you with a night you won’t forget. His audacity? That handsome showpiece of a face.
Self-proclaimed King Violinist and certified Lover Boy, Fine China stands for all queer POC and is here to show you pride like no other by exploring culture, gender, and sexuality while also pushing the boundaries and expectations of what it means to be a violinist.
Big Dick Kwan
📸 Sarah Malone
Big Dick Kwan (he/him) is a suave, hyper-masculine K-pop heartthrob with a golden retriever soul, strutting the stage with sharp dance moves, playful flexes, and irresistible charm. Offstage, he’s all goofy smiles and himbo warmth, winning over fans with both big energy and bigger laughs.
Kel Supreeze
📸 Sarah Malone
Kel Supreez, if you please. These bogan roots bring a touch of cheek. Just your typical cowboi, out here in the Inner Wild West - catching feelings, not horses.
Dildo Baggins
Dildo Baggins, lover boy and full-time experimental performance artist.
💡 Tips to Remember
- You can change your bio anytime. Your persona will evolve—your words can too.
- Ask a friend to reflect what they see in your King.
- Practice saying it out loud—it helps it sink in.
- You don’t need to be clever or perfect. You just need to be you.
Ready to Give It a Go?
Take a deep breath. You don’t need to have it all figured out.
Write a first draft of your bio, even if it’s messy. Keep it in a notes app, your journal, or on the back of a receipt. This is a process of becoming. A process of becoming more you.
And remember—this isn’t a test. This is a celebration.
You’re not alone in this. Kings of Joy exists so you can explore gender, identity, and expression in a safe, uplifting, and queer-as-hell community.
Bookmark this post, and when the moment’s right, come back and let your King speak. You’ve got this—and we’ve got you.
Writing your King bio might take a few tries—and that’s exactly right.
Xx
Danica Lani
The King Coach
About Danica Lani, The King Coach
Hey you 👋 I’m Danica Lani—also known as The King Coach. I’ve mentored 144+ first-time Drag Kings since 2020, and I’m here to say: if you’re feeling the pull to explore gender through performance, you’re not alone—and you’re not too late.
Whether you’re new to this world or quietly dreaming of stepping into your masculine side on stage, there’s space for you here.
✨ Ready to name your King? Download Step Into Your King—a free guide to choosing your Drag King name.
💫 Want to see what’s possible? Explore Kings of Joy and discover the queer community bringing masculine expression to life with joy, power, and heart.
